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Sustainability Adviser
Posted 8 days 1 hour ago by Networking Women in the Fire Service
Post: Sustainability Adviser
Salary: £45,485 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £45,485 - £54,332 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Wednesday 26 February 2025
London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London's Fire and Rescue Service - one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.
An opportunity has arisen within the LFB in the role of Sustainability Adviser. In this role, you will support the Sustainable Development team to deliver key policies and projects covering sustainability, including responsible procurement and scope 3 emissions. This includes producing/collating and analysing information to inform policy and procedure development, performance management, and drafting reports on these areas.
You will require experience of responsible procurement and social value and its application within the public sector. A degree in a relevant sustainability subject plus relevant working experience in sustainability and responsible procurement at a managerial level is necessary.
Well-developed interpersonal skills are required to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal staff and representatives of external organisations. Good oral and written communication skills are essential to liaise with all levels of a multi-disciplined staff and staff representatives and outside bodies.
Eligibility
Applicants must possess a degree in a relevant sustainability subject plus relevant working experience in sustainability and responsible procurement at a managerial level.
Assessment Overview
Stage 1
To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and your qualification in a relevant sustainability subject, and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:
- Possess a degree in a relevant sustainability subject plus relevant working experience in sustainability and responsible procurement at a managerial level.
- Experience of responsible procurement and social value and its application within the public sector.
- Experience of collecting data, maintaining and analysing data for inclusion in papers, reports, and projects or presentations.
- Demonstrate a good knowledge of responsible procurement and social value.
- Demonstrate a good knowledge of the principles of Sustainable Development and its practical application in relation to environmental improvement and responsible procurement.
Please note that we will score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend stage 2.
Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.
Stage 2
Assessment for this role is due to take place early/mid-March 2025 at the LFB Headquarters. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.
Additional Information
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade:
- 26 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Flexi-time Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave)
- Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year
- Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
- Flexible working including work from home 60%
- Free access to the Brigade gym
- Use of the Brigade's Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
- Free counselling
- Season ticket loans
- Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
- Contributory pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts
- Opportunity to access affordable accommodation
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidates will be required to declare any convictions for offences, and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.
